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French
Children Tales

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Authentic French

 

CENDRILLON + Quiz

Frères GRIMM

A wealthy gentleman's wife lays on her deathbed and called her only daughter to her bedside, asking her to remain good. The widower married another woman, who had two cruel and wicked daughters...

 

LE PRINCE GRENOUILLE + Quiz

Frères GRIMM

The Frog Prince tells the story of a spoiled princess that reluctantly befriends the Frog Prince, which she met after dropping a gold ball into a pond...

 

BOUCLE D'OR + Quiz

Frères GRIMM

Goldilocks and the Three Bears tells the story of a young girl who enters the forest home of three bears whilst they are away. She sits in their chairs, eats some of their porridge, and falls asleep in one of their beds. But soon, the bears return...

 

LE PETIT CHAPERON ROUGE + Quiz

Charles PERRAULT

The Little Red Riding Hood tells the story of a girl called after her red hooded cape. The girl walks through the woods to deliver food to her sickly grandmother and meets a wolf...

 

LE CHAT BOTTÉ + Quiz

Charles PERRAULT

Puss in Boots is a French-Italian tale about a cat who uses trickery and deceit to gain power, wealth, and the hand of a princess in marriage for his penniless and low-born master.

 

LA BARBE BLEUE + Quiz

Charles PERRAULT

Blue Beard tells the story of a violent nobleman in the habit of murdering his wives and the attempts of one wife to avoid the fate of her predecessors.

 

Practise French Tenses
& Expand your Vocabulary

With children tales by famous authors from France and the rest of the world

Discover the rich tradition of French and European fairy tales and folk tales with my selection of captivating stories. From classic tales such as Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood to lesser-known but equally enchanting stories, my audiobooks offer an immersive and entertaining way to improve your French language skills. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, these tales will transport you to a world of magic, adventure, and imagination.

 
 

 

Those audiobooks are just brilliant!! The way they use colors to highlight verbs and show tenses is super helpful. I'm practicing and memorizing conjugations as I read, effortlessly, and it sort of helps me figure out the difference between similar tenses. Thanks a lot!!

Jane

 
 

Master French
Elevate Your Language Skills Through Captivating French Tales!
 

Learning French can be challenging, especially when it comes to mastering grammar, expanding vocabulary, and improving comprehension. But what if you could make the process not just educational but also enchanting and fun? My collection of educational audiobooks featuring famous fairy tales offers a unique approach to learning French, blending timeless stories with innovative language learning techniques. Here's how these audiobooks can be both entertaining and instrumental in helping you achieve your French language goals.
 

Dive into the World of Fairy Tales
While Enhancing Your French Skills

Imagine being transported to a world of magic, adventure, and timeless wisdom while simultaneously improving your French. My carefully curated collection of audiobooks features beloved tales from the Grimm brothers and Charles Perrault. These stories, including classics like Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood, are not only captivating but also serve as powerful tools for language acquisition.

Fairy tales are an ideal medium for language learning because they are rich in narrative structure, repetitive phrases, and familiar themes, making them easier to follow for learners at all levels. The simple yet profound language used in these stories provides a perfect balance of challenge and accessibility, helping you build your French skills without feeling overwhelmed. As you listen to these enchanting tales, you'll find yourself naturally absorbing new vocabulary, understanding complex sentence structures, and picking up on the nuances of French pronunciation and intonation.
 

Master French Grammar
with a Unique Color-Coding System

One of the standout features of my audiobooks is the innovative color-coding system designed to help you master French grammar, particularly verb tenses. Understanding and correctly using French verb tenses can be daunting, but my system simplifies this process. Each tense is highlighted in a specific color in the transcripts, making it easy for you to identify and understand the grammatical structure as you read and listen to the stories.

For example, the present tense is marked in red, while the imperfect is highlighted in orange, etc. This visual cue helps you quickly recognize the tense being used, making it easier to internalize verbs' conjugation and grammar rules. By consistently seeing and hearing these tenses in context, you’ll begin to grasp the subtleties of French grammar more naturally. This method transforms what could be a tedious exercise into an engaging and intuitive learning experience, helping you to become more confident in your use of the French language.
 

Expand Your Vocabulary
with Contextual Learning

Building a robust vocabulary is a crucial part of learning any language, and my audiobooks are specifically designed to help you expand your French lexicon effectively. Each audiobook includes key vocabulary words translated into English, allowing you to understand and remember new words within the context of the story. This contextual learning approach ensures that you not only memorize new vocabulary but also learn how to use it appropriately in sentences.

By listening to these fairy tales, you’ll encounter a wide range of vocabulary—from everyday words to more specialized terms related to the magical and fantastical elements of the stories. The repetitive nature of the tales means that you’ll hear certain words and phrases multiple times, reinforcing your memory and understanding. Over time, you’ll find that your vocabulary grows naturally, allowing you to express yourself more clearly and accurately in French.
 

Test Your Comprehension
and Track Your Progress

To ensure that you’re making steady progress, a selection of audiobooks also include quizzes designed to test your comprehension of the material. These quizzes are not only a fun way to challenge yourself but also serve as a valuable tool for reinforcing what you’ve learned. By regularly testing your understanding, you can identify areas where you need improvement and focus your efforts accordingly.

Tracking your progress in this way ensures that you stay motivated and on course to achieve your language learning objectives. 
 

Take the leap
and elevate your French skills today!

Learning French doesn’t have to be a dry or monotonous task. With my collection of educational audiobooks featuring famous fairy tales, you can make your language learning journey both entertaining and highly effective. These stories not only immerse you in the rich tradition of French and European folklore but also provide you with the tools you need to master French grammar, expand your vocabulary, and improve your comprehension. Sign up for a Premium Membership on ExploreFrench.com to unlock access to all my audiobooks, as well as all the courses and resources available on the site, and start your journey toward French fluency!

 

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